Mumbai consists of two distinct regions: Mumbai City district and Mumbai Suburban district

The total area of Mumbai is 603.4 km2

Mumbai is bounded by the Arabian Sea to the west. Many parts of the city lie just above sea level

The city has an average elevation of 14 m (46 ft)

Growth

Mumbai has a population of about 20.7 million

By 2030, Mumbai will have an estimated population of 28 million

Mumbai accounts for slightly more than 6.16% of India's economy

Climate

Winter months in Mumbai reach lows of 17-20 degrees celsius and the summers can go up 34 degrees, possibly higher

Visa

Nationals from Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal and anyone possessing an Overseas Citizen of India registration do not need visas.
All other nationalities need to obtain a visa and must check with their local embassy on the requirements. Majority of countries need to apply for an e-Tourist Visa atleast 4 working days before arrival

Dress Code

In the larger cities where there are many tourists you can generally get away with less conservative clothing. A general guide however to avoid offence and to avoid attention should be to ensure you always cover your knees and shoulders

Languages

Marathi is recognised as the official language of Mumbai.

English and Hindi are also commonly spoken in the city of Mumbai. Hindi is the official language for at least 30% of the country. English is spoken by the majority for business purposes, political etc. for means of communication with the world.